Memory Loss Causes & Risks

Causes

The causes are not clear. However, genetic factors may be a cause.

Risk Factors

A risk factor is something that increases your chance of getting a disease or condition.

Risk factors include:

Age: 65 and older
Family history of MCI-AT, dementia, or Alzheimer's
Medical conditions, such as high blood pressure , heart disease, diabetes , stroke , head injury, depression , anxiety , infections
Being overmedicated
Substance abuse

Research also suggests that these may be risk factors for MCI-AT:

Lack of physical activity
Lack of social contact
Low educational level
Excessive response to stress
Poor nutrition and lack of vitamins
Exposure to toxins

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